How Does the Clinical Placement Process Work?

Shortly after enrollment, you will be provided with a placement intake form you are required to complete that captures your competencies, experience and placement preferences. While the placement team is securing sites and preceptors, you are responsible for completing clinical clearance requirements in preparation for placement, including: drug screening, background check, and recommended vaccinations and screening. Student will not be permitted to begin placement until the clearances are complete. Once the sites have been approved by the College of Nursing, TWU will share the placement site details with you prior to placement.

How Do Clinical Placement Services Benefit You?

TWU believes you are only as successful as your training, which is why we have taken the stress out of the clinical placement process. You will be provided with clinical sites and preceptors for all graduate-level clinical rotations, so you can focus on coursework and building competency instead of worrying about the logistics of clinical placements. Additionally, you may find clinical placement sites to be potential locations for future employment opportunities upon graduation.

Is it Possible to Work Full-Time While Pursuing an FNP Degree at TWU?

While difficult, many of our students work full or part-time while pursuing their FNP degree at TWU. We accommodate the working adult by offering placement services and extended periods for graduation.

Which States is the Online FNP Program Authorized In?

The online FNP program is currently authorized in 30 states including Texas. To view a full list of authorized states, visit our state authorization page.

How Long is the Program?

Students pursuing their MSN-FNP degree full-time can complete the program in 2 years of continuous study. Part-time study options are available which would extend the program to 2.5 to 3 years.

Online Family Nurse Practitioner Program | Texas Woman's University

Become a holistic primary care provider through a transformative experience that focuses on all-encompassing patient care, advanced clinical expertise, critical thinking, clinical reasoning and professional growth, all the while equipping you with the expertise needed to assume leadership roles promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. The updated, contemporary curriculum meets the new AACN Essential Standards, preparing students for board certification and safe entry-level practice.

Deliver Quality Health Care as a Family Nurse Practitioner

The online Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program at Texas Woman’s University (TWU) is uniquely designed for BSN-prepared nurses. Develop clinical skills with an emphasis on quality, accuracy and the patient experience. Expand your problem-solving and investigative capabilities using a range of resources. Gain an understanding of advanced practice nursing and grow as a leader. Strengthen your approach to a compassionate, multifaceted nursing practice that treats the whole patient. Gain the knowledge necessary to further your nursing career while applying advanced skills to improve the health of diverse populations.

Support the Entire Patient Experience

As a Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner student, you will:

Employ leadership and communication skills to improve quality of life outcomes and mitigate risks
Deepen your knowledge of advanced topics such as pharmacology, pathophysiology, patient assessments, treatment methods and applied research to develop essential competencies
Use scholarly inquiry and critical evaluation of evidence to effectively promote person-centered compassionate care. Advocate for competent healthcare practices that advance social justice, equity, and ethical policies within all healthcare arenas
Collaborate across a variety of fields and engage in diverse strategies to deliver care utilizing technology.

Online MSN-FNP Fast Facts

14 total courses, 45 credit hours
Finish in 2 years full-time; 2.5 to 3 years part-time
13-week courses, 3 start dates per year (spring, summer, fall)
3 robust direct patient care experiences
Placement support services provided
Competitive tuition rates

Admission Requirements

Hold a BSN degree from an accredited school of nursing
3.0 minimum GPA (Students with 2.8 or higher may be considered for admittance on a provisional basis)
Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license

To view full requirements, tuition and financial aid information, access your free program guide.

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